Some people with the disease find that alternative treatments for lung cancer relieve stress or minimize side effects and symptoms. Types of alternative treatment include acupuncture, massage therapy, and nutritional supplements. These options should never be used in place of medical treatment for lung cancer. If you're considering trying any of these alternatives, you should discuss it first with your healthcare team.

An Introduction to Alternative Lung Cancer Treatment

In addition to medical treatment, some people with lung cancer want to try alternative treatments to ease stress or reduce side effects and symptoms. Some people feel that these options offer some benefit.

Before you try any alternative lung cancer treatment, you should discuss the possible value and side effects with your medical doctors. You should also let them know if you are using any such alternatives. These treatments should never be used instead of medical treatment. Be aware that these therapies may be expensive; some are not paid for by health insurance. You should consider asking the therapist for evidence of how the therapy has helped others, possibly by giving you references.

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